Monthly Archives: September 2007
Low-forage diets for cows require extra care
Variation in forage quality, limited supply of forage, high prices for forage and attempts to maximize milk yield are factors for why low-forage diets are often fed to lactating cows.
Journey Through Ashtabula County
JEFFERSON, Ohio - A great group of people has been working to develop an experience that will give Ashtabula County residents the chance to learn about some of the great things that are happening in the area.
GPS helping track cattle movement, compaction
SALEM, Ohio - Researchers in Illinois have taken GPS technology one step further. At a University of Illinois farm, even the cows come equipped with GPS.
Go for a drive in Mercer County
MERCER, Pa. - The 23rd annual Mercer County Country Tour featuring six stops in the Mercer-Grove City area of Mercer County will be from 1-6:30 p.
FARM SCIENCE REVIEW: Undergrazing, overgrazing addressed at Farm Science Review
LONDON, Ohio - With alfalfa harvest falling short and much of Ohio's pastureland unsuitable for forage due to this season's drought, managing adequate, high-quality feed for horses has become a challenge for many owners.
FARM SCIENCE REVIEW: More ethanol corn means more corn storage, which means more...
LONDON, Ohio - With market prices and ethanol demand on the rise, farmers will be dealing with corn storage issues, along with the hazards associated with grain bin operations.
FARM SCIENCE REVIEW: Mod squad
COLUMBUS - Carefully designed polyculture systems, grown on small farms or even in suburban yards, could self-limit pest problems and gross up to $90,000 per acre, said Joe Kovach, head of Ohio State University's Integrated Pest Management program.
FARM SCIENCE REVIEW: Farm bill debate promises to be lively
FARM SCIENCE REVIEW: Auto-control equipment to be showcased
LONDON, Ohio - Precision agriculture technology, from familiar to new equipment, will be displayed and demonstrated at this year's
Fall is time for Butler County farm tour
BUTLER, Pa. - The changes in the weather and the upcoming harvest season are sure signs that it's time to mark the annual Butler County Farm Tour on the family calendar.